Dr. Alan Sutak, M.D.
Contact & Location
435-628-9393
St George, UT 84790
Dr. Sutak performs more knee replacement procedures than 71% of orthopedic surgeons in Utah, based on 2024 Medicare claims volume.Derived from the state ranking shown on this page: #20 of 69 ranked knee surgeons in Utah.
About Dr. Sutak
Practice. Dr. Alan Sutak is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in St George, Utah. The latest annual CMS data records 51 knee replacements and 35 hip replacements, 86 procedures in all. That is #20 in Utah for knee replacement. A Medicare provider since 2013.
Trend. Medicare records run from 2018 to 2024, 7 years. Volume rose from 18 procedures a year to 86, up 378%.
National context. Among 6,612 knee replacement surgeons tracked nationally, 51 procedures is near the national average of 45.
Local context. St George has 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare data. Comparing volume and procedure mix across them is one way to narrow a shortlist.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
| Year | Hip Replacement | Knee Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 0 | 18 |
| 2019 | 16 | 24 |
| 2020 | 12 | 0 |
| 2021 | 14 | 25 |
| 2022 | 23 | 24 |
| 2023 | 43 | 38 |
| 2024 | 35 | 51 |
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims are one payer stream among several, and the share they represent differs by procedure. In 2024 it was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement. Each verified count above is divided by its own procedure's range, and the results are added, to estimate total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count is the definitive, audited figure; this is a range derived from published national volume projections, not a measurement, and an individual practice can sit well outside it: how these ranges are derived, and their sources.
How Dr. Sutak Compares
Procedure volume compared to the Utah state average.
Volume Trend Analysis
Dr. Sutak's Medicare-recorded procedure volume has trended upward over 7 years, increasing 378% from 18 procedures in 2018 to 86 in the most recent data.
Hospital Affiliations & Quality
Quality ratings and complication rates are hospital-level metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon performance. Star ratings updated quarterly. Complication data covers a rolling 3-year period.
Patient Resources: Preparing for Knee Replacement
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Home Safety: Creating Your Recovery SanctuaryRoom-by-room modifications, equipment recommendations, and fall-prevention strategies to prepare your home for a safe post-surgical recovery.
Outpatient Joint Replacement: A Medicare GuideHow outpatient joint replacement works under Medicare, including eligibility criteria, cost differences, and what to expect with same-day discharge.
Knee Replacement Recovery Overview
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Sutak
How does Dr. Sutak's procedure volume compare to other Utah surgeons?
Dr. Sutak has performed 86 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Utah average of 58 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Sutak ranks #20 out of 88 orthopedic surgeons in Utah.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Sutak perform?
Dr. Sutak's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (51 cases) and hip replacement (35 cases).
How experienced is Dr. Sutak with knee replacement surgery?
Dr. Sutak ranks #20 in Utah for knee replacement with 51 Medicare-verified procedures. This high ranking among 88 state surgeons indicates significant experience with this specific procedure.
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Sutak in St George?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in St George in the current Medicare dataset. Patients can compare procedure volumes and specializations to choose the surgeon who best fits their needs. Use the state page to view all Utah surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Sutak represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on 2024 Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Medicare fee-for-service is only one payer stream, and the share of national volume it represents differs by procedure. In 2024 the share was 23% to 28% for knee replacement, 25% to 33% for hip replacement, which puts Dr. Sutak's total volume across all insurers at roughly 290 to 360 procedures against the 86 verified here. Those shares are derived from published national volume projections rather than quoted from a single publication, and they are estimates with real uncertainty. The OrthoProcedures methodology page shows the full derivation, the sources, and the limits at orthoprocedures.com/data-methodology.html.
Has Dr. Sutak's procedure volume changed over time?
Yes. Dr. Sutak's Medicare-recorded volume has increased from 18 procedures in 2018 to 86 in the most recent data, a 378% increase over 7 years. This upward trend suggests an expanding joint replacement practice. Peak volume was 86 procedures in 2024.
Does Dr. Sutak perform more than one type of joint replacement?
Yes. Dr. Sutak's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (51 cases), hip replacement (35 cases). Surgeons who perform multiple joint replacement types maintain broad technical skills across different anatomical joints.
Which hospitals is Dr. Sutak affiliated with?
According to CMS facility affiliation data, Dr. Sutak is affiliated with Intermountain Health St George Regional Hospital, Intermountain Health Cedar City Hospital, Beaver Valley Hospital.
How does Dr. Sutak compare to other orthopedic surgeons in St George?
Among the 9 orthopedic surgeons in St George, Dr. Sutak ranks #7 by total Medicare procedure volume. The highest-volume surgeon in St George has 186 verified Medicare procedures.
What are the quality ratings for hospitals where Dr. Sutak practices?
Intermountain Health St George Regional Hospital (4 out of 5 CMS stars, hip/knee complication rate similar to national average); Intermountain Health Cedar City Hospital (insufficient case volume for complication rate comparison). These are hospital-level quality metrics from CMS Hospital Compare and do not reflect individual surgeon outcomes.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in St George, Utah
Dr. Sutak's 86 Medicare procedures are below the St George average of 134. The table below compares verified procedure volumes for orthopedic surgeons practicing in St George.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Edward Prince | 186 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Zachary Leitze | 154 | Hip, Shoulder |
| Dr. Scott Parry | 149 | Hip, Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. Darin Allred | 140 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Jamieson | 120 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Robert Andruss | 104 | Hip, Knee |
Patient Resources & Verification
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